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If you have a new driver in your house, you probably remember the first time they pulled out of the driveway without you sitting in the passenger seat.
It’s exciting for them.
For parents? Maybe a little terrifying.
You want your teen to have independence, but you also want them to develop good habits behind the wheel. And then there’s another concern that comes with adding a young driver to the family: the cost of auto insurance.
If your family is insured with Erie Insurance, there may be a program that can help with both.
It’s called TeenSMART®, and it’s designed to help young drivers improve their driving skills while potentially helping families qualify for an auto insurance discount.
What Is TeenSMART?
TeenSMART is a driver training program created specifically for teens.
Instead of simply reviewing traffic laws and road signs, TeenSMART focuses on helping young drivers develop skills they can use in real-world driving situations.
The program combines computer-based learning, driving simulations, and activities designed to help teens recognize risks and make better decisions behind the wheel.
For a new driver who is still gaining experience, that extra practice can be valuable.
What Does TeenSMART Teach?
Think about some of the situations that can be challenging for a brand-new driver.
What happens when the car in front of them suddenly stops?
Are they leaving enough following distance?
Do they know where to look for potential hazards before entering an intersection?
How well can they manage distractions while driving?
TeenSMART focuses on skills such as hazard recognition, managing speed and space, anticipating other drivers’ actions, and making safer decisions behind the wheel.
Those are skills that become second nature to many experienced drivers—but teens are still developing them.
There’s Another Benefit: Potential Auto Insurance Savings
We know adding a teen driver to your auto insurance can be expensive.
That’s why we want our Erie Insurance clients to know about the potential savings available through TeenSMART.
Eligible Erie customers may qualify for an auto insurance discount after their teen successfully completes the program.
Erie customers can also access TeenSMART at a special discounted price through Erie’s partnership with ADEPT Driver.
That means your teen gets additional driver training while your family may also be able to reduce some of the added insurance cost that comes with having a young driver.
We’d call that a win-win.
How Long Does TeenSMART Take?
TeenSMART isn’t something your teen has to complete all at once.
The program typically takes several hours to finish, and families can break the training into smaller sessions that work with their schedules.
Once the required portions of the program are successfully completed, eligible Erie customers can provide the necessary completion information so the applicable discount can be added to their policy.
Why Blue Marsh Recommends Teen Driver Training
At Blue Marsh, we love finding ways to help our clients save money on insurance.
But when we’re talking about teen drivers, safety comes first.
Your teen may have passed their driving test, but that doesn’t mean they’re finished learning how to drive.
Experience takes time.
Programs like TeenSMART give young drivers another opportunity to practice important skills, recognize dangerous situations, and become more confident behind the wheel.
If there’s an insurance discount available for doing it? Even better.
Have a Teen Driver on Your Erie Insurance Policy?
If you’re getting ready to add a teen driver—or you’ve already added one—contact the Blue Marsh team and ask us about TeenSMART.
We can help you understand whether your family may qualify for the discount and point you in the right direction to get started.
And while we’re at it, we can also review your auto insurance to make sure you’re taking advantage of other discounts that may be available to your family.
Teen drivers are expensive. Helping them become safer drivers doesn’t have to be.
Contact Blue Marsh Insurance today to learn more about TeenSMART and your family’s auto insurance options.
TeenSMART eligibility, program pricing, insurance discounts, availability and requirements are determined by Erie Insurance and ADEPT Driver and may vary. Contact Blue Marsh Insurance for current eligibility and discount information.
A little more about Blue Marsh Insurance…
When he founded Blue Marsh, Tom Davenport wanted to create a different kind of insurance company. One that’s built on personal relationships and a local presence. One where you, the customer, feel more like a friend.
As an independent insurance agency, Blue Marsh Insurance represents a carefully selected group of financially strong, reputable insurance companies. Therefore, we are able to offer you the best coverage at the most competitive price.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Allison McCleary is the Marketing Director at Blue Marsh Insurance, where she leads strategic initiatives focused on client growth, retention, and brand development. With more than a decade of experience in the insurance industry, Allison brings a deep understanding of both carrier and agency operations, having previously worked with Grange Insurance and supported multiple independent agencies in building high-performing marketing programs.